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Spinach and Feta Spanakopita Cookies Recipe

Sara Collins
Spinach and Feta Spanakopita Cookies Recipe are a fun twist on a loved classic pastry. These savory cookies are soft inside and slightly crisp outside.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Greek
Servings 18 Cookies
Calories 110 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill or oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Wash the fresh spinach leaves and pat them dry fully, removing moisture so the dough stays firm and bakes evenly.
  • Chop the spinach finely and crumble the feta cheese into small bits, then place both in a mixing bowl together.
  • Add olive oil, beaten egg, salt, pepper, and dried dill, then stir gently so the filling becomes mixed and fragrant.
  • In another bowl whisk flour and baking powder, then add the spinach mixture slowly, forming a cookie dough without overmixing.
  • Chill the dough in the fridge for twenty minutes, which helps the cookies hold shape and bake with nice edges.
  • Preheat your oven to 180°C or 350°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper to stop sticking during baking.
  • Scoop small dough balls, place on the tray, then press gently into round cookie shapes, leaving space between each piece.
  • Bake the spanakopita cookies for fourteen to sixteen minutes until edges turn golden and centers feel set but tender inside.
  • Cool the cookies on a rack for ten minutes, allowing flavors to settle and texture to become pleasantly crisp outside.

Notes

  • Do not skip chilling the dough
  • Dry spinach well to avoid soggy cookies
  • Use quality feta for best taste
  • Add lemon zest for bright flavor
  • Do not overbake or they become dry
  • Fresh herbs add extra aroma
  • Whole-wheat flour also works nicely
Keyword Spinach and Feta Spanakopita Cookies Recipe